Andrew Whittington
Jefferson,LA
Summary
Experienced Medical Technologist ASCP certified with five years in clinical lab environments, proficient in most departments. Known for organizational prowess, keeping cool under pressure, and eagerness to learn new skills, ensuring accurate and efficient operations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Technologist Generalist
Lakeview Regional Medical Center
09.2021 - Current
- Performed type and screens using liquid and gel phase testing, antibody identifications, antigen typing, fetal screening and cross matching.
- Worked level 2 trauma center and responded to ER traumas.
- Followed MTP protocol.
- Identified organisms using gram staining and PCR testing.
- Prepared specimens to send out for extended testing and culture.
- Executed QC, calibration, temperature checks, routine maintenance, and trouble shooting.
- Assessed results of coagulation studies, hematology testing, chemistry panels, and urinalysis.
- Tested and manually counted cells on body fluids.
- Performed variety of serology tests including RPRs.
- Labeled, tested and verified quality of patient specimens and test results.
Medical Technologist Generalist
Swedish Medical Center
12.2020 - 07.2021
- Performed type and screens using liquid and solid phase testing, antibody identifications, antigen typing, fetal screening and cross matching.
- Identified organisms using gram staining and PCR testing.
- Prepared specimens to send out for extended testing and culture.
- Executed QC, calibration, temperature checks, routine maintenance, and trouble shooting.
- Assessed the results of coagulation studies, hematology testing, chemistry panels, and urinalysis.
- Tested and manually counted cells on body fluids.
- Labeled, tested and verified the quality of patient specimens and test results.
Medical Technologist
Quest Diagnostics
06.2019 - 08.2020
- Operate, calibrate and maintain analyzers and adhere to strict maintenance schedules.
- Execute QC and troubleshooting measures on analyzers.
- Assess and report the results of chemistry tests, coagulation studies, CBCs, differentials, urinalysis, and immunology assays.
- Follow laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis and results reporting.
- Handle specimens according to laboratory protocols to maximize accuracy and precision of results.
- Identify test system abnormalities with potential for negatively affecting test performance or reporting and corrected issues.
- Execute corrective actions when test controls were outside specified limits.
- Prepare reagents, QC, and calibrators for testing.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center
New Orleans, LA05.2019
Skills
Chemistry:
- Cobas 8000 ISE, 702, 502, 602, Siemens Vista, and Rapid Points
- Calibration verification
Hematology:
- DxH 800, STA-R Evolution, Sysmex, and BCS coagulation analyzers
- Manual cell counts and differentials
Urinalysis:
- Clintek Atlas, Novus, and Iris
- Microscopic techniques
Blood bank:
- Echo, Vision, gel, and tube method
- Level 2 trauma experience
Microbiology:
- PCR testing, gram staining and microscopic evaluation
Certification
American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) - Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)
Certification No. 267252
Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners (LSBME) - CLS - GENERALIST
License No. 312643
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Medical Technologist Generalist
Lakeview Regional Medical Center
09.2021 - Current
Medical Technologist Generalist
Swedish Medical Center
12.2020 - 07.2021
Medical Technologist
Quest Diagnostics
06.2019 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center
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